Denounce Torture
Holding an event on June 26th for the U.N. International Day in Support of Victims of Torture?
Are you interested in a quick review of the nuts and bolts for organizing an effective demonstration or vigil? Listen to Amnesty International USA staff member Mona Cadena as she explains how to successfully plan for a demonstration or vigil to commemorate June 26th, the United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. Also, be sure to download Mona's check list for organizing a successful demonstration or vigil, which is also below.
- Planning an event for June 26th
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LISTEN to the presentation (6:21). »
Mona will review four key areas:- Identifying potential partners to participate in your June 26th event.
- Choosing the right format for your June 26th activities.
- Developing an outreach plan to ensure that your demonstration or vigil is well attended.
- Delegating planning details that should be completed to ensure success!
DOWNLOAD the checklist (in PDF). »
On June 6th you will have the chance to ask Mona Cadena questions related to organizing your June 26th event during a special online chat! Be sure to stop by and post a question or see what questions others are asking who are planning events. Submit your question now. »
Mona Cadena is a field organizer in the Western Region. She has been on staff with Amnesty International USA since 1998 and has organized hundreds of demonstrations and vigils across the country.
